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Date For The Trial For Alleged Big Five Cartel Boss Katiso “KT” Molefe and Three Co-Accused Has Been Set For October

MDN tv — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:56:40 +0000

The Johannesburg High Court in Gauteng has set a trial date for alleged crime kingpin Katiso “KT” Molefe and his three co-accused following a pre-trial hearing on Thursday.

The proceedings will run from October 26 to December 4, 2026.

Molefe, 61 who is alleged to be the big top five draug cartels operating in Gauteng faces 35 charges that include three counts of murder, conspiracy to commit murder, unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition, and other organised crime offences.

He is arrested alongside Michael Pule Tau, Tiego Floyd Mabisela and Musa Kekana.

The charges are linked to the 2022 killings of Oupa “DJ Sumbody” Sefoka, Hector “Dj Vintos” Buthelezi, and Ekurhuleni Metro Engineer Armand Swart.

Molefe is currently out on R400,000 bail which was granted after an appeal in October 2025, while his co-accused remain in custody.

The matter was transferred from Alexandra Magistrates’ Court to the High Court due to its seriousness and was previously postponed multiple times for preparations.

Molefe is alleged to have committed these crimes while he was on bail on another unrelated murder.

His name has been mentioned on several occasions at the Madlanga Commission and Ad Hoc Committee.

He is said to have political connections as he was mentioned to be close with Patriotic Alliance Deputy President Kenny Kunene.

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🚨 ATTEMPTED MURDER CASE IN COURT | BELLARMINE MUGABE & TOBIAS MATONHODZE BAIL HEARING POSTPONED

MDNtv — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:54:10 +0000

A dramatic development unfolded at the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court as Bellarmine Mugabe and his co-accused Tobias Matonhodze appeared in court to apply for bail in their attempted murder case.

However, the hearing could not proceed after an unexpected electricity outage forced the court to postpone the proceedings. The matter has now been rescheduled for 11 March, leaving many waiting for the next update in this developing case.

The accused are facing several serious charges, including:
• Attempted murder
• Illegal possession of a firearm
• Violations of South Africa immigration laws

This high-profile case has attracted attention as authorities continue investigations and legal proceedings move forward. The postponement means the court will revisit the bail application next week, where further details may emerge.

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Newly Appointed Public Prosecutions Head Adv Andy Mothibi Orders Urgent Internal Investigation Against SCCU

MDN tv — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:47:36 +0000

The new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) in South Africa after succeeding Shamila Batohi Advocate Andy Mothibi has ordered an urgent internal investigation following various allegations of alleged mishandling of serious commercial cases or misconduct by senior prosecutors in the Specialized Commercial Crimes Unit (SCCU).

Mothibi orders the investigation after News 24 reported that there were various allegations of mishandling of serious around Johannesburg office, as published by reported by related to cases handled by the Specialised Commercial Crimes Unit (SCCU) in the DPP Gauteng Local Division, Johannesburg.

Newly appointed National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) Kaizer Kganyago said in the matter reported in the article dated 07 February 2026 with the heading: “NPA curbs JDA boss Themba Mathibe’s R2m cash-in-transit heist case, despite evidence”, reporting allegations of interference by the SCCU in a case involving Johannesburg Development Agency CEO, Themba Mathibe, the Office for Ethics and Accountability (OEA) obtained and perused the case docket, charge sheet and reports from the NPA officials mentioned in the article.

“The investigation reveals that the amounts mentioned in the News24 article do not correspond with the facts contained in the docket. The actual amount that was seized during the operation was less than R500 000.00, and there is no evidence in the docket of R2m seized. At this stage, the investigation is still underway to determine whether the money seized emanated from a cash in transit robbery.

“The case was not enrolled by the SCCU in the division, as the unit has a limited mandate and only deals with the most complex, high value matters. The case was therefore referred to the general courts and was enrolled at the Alexandra Magistrates’ Court on 28 January 2026 and postponed to 02 June 2026 for further investigations. Bail in the amount of R50 000.00 was granted,” he said.

Kganyago said the Asset Forfeiture Unit of the NPA is also seized with the matter. The case will be closely monitored.

“With respect to the matter reported on 31 January 2026, with the headline “NPA stalls R64m City Power fraud, corruption case, despite arrest warrants”, the matter is still under investigation. Significant progress has been made and the evidence obtained to date is being evaluated.

“The matter is complex, sensitive, and very serious and requires a thorough investigation to ensure that the truth is established. The NPA remains committed to the speedy finalisation of the matter but cannot compromise the investigation. The media will be kept abreast of developments,” he said.

Kganyago further said that News 24 further submitted a media enquiry on 16 February 2026, where the journalist reported allegations against the same SCCU office, about the withdrawal of charges in the R116m procurement of IT and software technology for access management and control in the Gauteng Shared Service Centre (GSSC).

“The matter is also under investigation and the evidence gathered is being considered.

The matter is complex and serious, and the investigation requires more time to do justice to it. The media and public are assured of the NPA’s commitment to addressing unethical conduct but appeals for a measure of patience to ensure that justice is done for all those involved in this matter.

“The NPA will keep the public and the media appraised of developments in the matter.

The NDPP places a premium on ethical conduct and accountability by prosecutors and how they deal with criminal cases with accordance with their oath of office, to prosecute without fear, favour, or prejudice,” he said.

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BELLARMINE MUGABE’S LAWYER SPEAKS AFTER ALEXANDRA COURT CASE POSTPONED

MDNtv — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:58:29 +0000

The lawyer for Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe has spoken to the media following a brief court appearance at the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court.

Mugabe and his co-accused, Tobias Mugabe Matonhodze, appeared in court on charges of attempted murder, defeating the ends of justice, and unlawful possession of a firearm. The charges relate to a shooting incident at a Hyde Park residence last week, where a 23-year-old gardener was critically injured.

According to the defence, they cannot comment in detail on the allegations as police investigations are still ongoing and the full docket has not yet been provided. The lawyer confirmed that additional charges have now been added to the original attempted murder count.

The bail application was not heard today. Authorities are still completing verification processes with the Department of Home Affairs and other agencies. The defence team also indicated that further consultation with their clients is needed before the next legal steps are taken.

The matter has been postponed to 3 March 2026, when both accused are expected to return to court for a formal bail hearing.

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MUGABE’S SON IN SA COURT BELLARMINE FACES ATTEMPTED MURDER CHARGE AFTER HYDE PARK SHOOTING

MDNtv — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 07:55:01 +0000

The youngest son of former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe, Bellarmine Mugabe, is expected to appear before the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court following an alleged shooting incident at the family’s Hyde Park home.

Bellarmine Mugabe faces attempted murder charges in a case that has sparked regional attention due to the Mugabe family’s political history and the cross-border implications between South Africa and Zimbabwe.

Authorities are expected to outline the charges and possible bail conditions during the court appearance. The case is likely to attract strong public and media interest as more details emerge.

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DJ Sumbody Murder Twist: Defence Accuses State of Lying in Court!

MDNtv — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 12:48:39 +0000

The bail application for murder-accused Katiso “KT” Molefe, alleged mastermind behind the killings of DJs Sumbody and Vintos, took a dramatic turn in the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court.

Defence lawyer Adv. Michael Hellens accused the State of distorting facts to sway the court’s decision, pointing out that an investigator falsely claimed Molefe travelled to the UK in 2024. The State admitted the error but still argued Molefe is a flight risk, citing his 2004 arrest in the UK for cannabis dealing using a bogus passport.

The court is expected to deliver its ruling on Molefe’s bail next week.
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Police Confident in DJ Sumbody Murder Case as Family Awaits Justice

MDN tv — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 09:05:25 +0000

South African police say they are hopeful that a conviction in the murder case of popular musician Oupa John Sefoka, widely known as DJ Sumbody, will bring some measure of closure to his grieving family.

Four suspects have been arrested in connection with his killing and appeared recently before the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court in Johannesburg. Their next court appearance is scheduled for Tuesday next week.

National police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe commended the combined efforts of the political killings task team and the Gauteng organised crime unit, describing their work as instrumental in building a strong case. “This was not a simple case—it required patience and careful gathering of evidence,” she said.

According to Mathe, key links have been made between the weapons used in DJ Sumbody’s murder and other criminal cases, including one involving Armand Swart. “There is overwhelming evidence against these suspects,” she added. “We’re hopeful this will lead to a conviction.”

The case remains under close watch, as both law enforcement and the public await justice for the late artist.

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DJ Sumbody Murder Case Postponed as Investigations Continue

MDN tv — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:54:40 +0000

The court case involving four men accused of being behind the murder of popular music artist DJ Sumbody has been postponed. The suspects briefly appeared in the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court and are expected back in court on July 29.

The men were taken into custody in Gauteng the day before their appearance. Among them are three individuals believed to be hired hitmen, as well as the alleged mastermind of the killing.

DJ Sumbody, whose real name was Oupa John Sefoka, tragically lost his life in a deadly shooting in Woodmead in November 2022. Two other individuals also died in the same incident.

Authorities say the postponement will give investigators more time to gather evidence ahead of a formal bail application at the next hearing. All four suspects face serious charges, including murder and conspiracy to commit murder.

The case continues to draw public attention as many hope for justice to be served in the killing of the beloved artist.

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